Creamy Tuscan Ravioli Recipe
Rebecca
This Creamy Tuscan Ravioli is a quick, flavorful dish with a rich, creamy sauce filled with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and aromatic seasonings. The ravioli is perfectly coated in the indulgent sauce, making it feel like a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your home.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 18 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 3
Calories 400 kcal
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 9 oz store-bought ravioli your choice of filling
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Start by bringing a large pot of water to a boil. Generously salt the water to season the ravioli as it cooks. Add your ravioli and cook for a minute less than the package instructions suggest. This ensures the pasta won’t overcook when added to the sauce. Strain the ravioli and set it aside while preparing the sauce.
Melt butter in a deep sauté pan over medium heat, adding a tablespoon of the flavorful oil from your jar of sun-dried tomatoes for extra depth. Stir in the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, just until fragrant. Next, mix in the onion powder, Italian seasoning, lemon juice, and chicken or vegetable stock. Slowly pour in the heavy cream, whisking to combine. Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to slightly thicken.
Add the cooked ravioli into the pan with the sauce and gently toss to evenly coat each piece. Sprinkle in fresh basil leaves and toss baby spinach into the mix. Cover the pan and allow the spinach to wilt, which only takes about a minute. Once it’s ready, stir everything one last time to combine.
Dish out the ravioli onto plates, spooning extra sauce over the top. Garnish generously with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, a few basil leaves, and a sprinkle of chili flakes if you like a little heat. Serve immediately and enjoy every creamy, comforting bite!
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Season the Pasta Water: Salting the water ensures the ravioli absorbs flavor.
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Use Fresh Ravioli: Fresh ravioli elevates the dish for the best taste and texture.
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Save Pasta Water: If the sauce gets too thick, thin it out with reserved pasta water.
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Customizable: Add protein (grilled chicken, shrimp, or scallops) or use a vegetarian ravioli for variety.
Keyword Creamy Tuscan Ravioli Recipe